Catalog 2013-2014

Renewable Energy Design and Analysis

Semester: Spring

Course Number: NS335

Instructors: Adrian Owens

Credit: 3

Course Description

Teaches the skills and knowledge necessary for the design and analysis of renewable energy designs on a variety of scales; from individual appliances through single family homes to regional power plants. On the ground measurements are coupled with computer spreadsheets and established values for analysis. Hydroelectric, wind, biomass, geothermal, biomass and solar (both thermal and electric) sources are studied. Background content in thermodynamics and the design process inform design projects that minimize environmental impacts. Projects this year include improvements to the existing barn PV system and other campus improvements.

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Sterling College is the leading voice in higher education for environmental stewardship. We were among the first colleges to focus on sustainability. Our students are invested in solving the biggest issues of the 21st century: our food, our water, our air, and our energy.